Standard Life European Ethical Equity
Equity Advanced Europe
The Standard Life Europe ex UK Ethical Equity Fund fully invests in the abrdn OEIC Europe ex UK Ethical Equity Fund. The aim of the abrdn OEIC Europe ex UK Ethical Equity Fund is summarised below. The fund aims to generate growth over the long term (5 years or more) by investing in European equities (company shares) which adhere to the abrdn Europe ex UK Ethical Equity Investment Approach. Portfolio securities - The fund will invest at least in European (excluding UK) equities that are considered to have preferred Environmental, Social and Governance ("ESG") characteristics in a global context based on analysis of a variety of data inputs. This analysis covers areas such as human rights, labour rights, environmental safeguards and combating bribery and corruption. - The fund will invest in companies that adhere to the assessment criteria as set out in the abrdn Europe ex UK Ethical Equity Investment Approach (the "Investment Approach"). - The fund may also invest in other funds (including those managed by abrdn), cash and assets that can be turned into cash quickly. - As part of the Investment Approach, the fund applies a set of company exclusions which are related but not limited to animal testing, weaponry, pornography, gambling, tobacco and alcohol. Income received by the fund will be reinvested and reflected in the unit price of the fund.
The fund is invested in the Standard Life Investments European Ethical Equity Fund which aims to provide long term growth by investing in a diversified portfolio of European, excluding UK, equity assets that meet our strict ethical criteria. These criteria are agreed with the Standard Life Ethical Funds Advisory Group and may be amended from time to time if considered appropriate. The fund manager will exclude companies which fail to meet the ethical criteria whilst seeking to include companies whose business activities are regarded as making a positive contribution to society.
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138.10
EUR
-3.11 (-2.20%) past 3 year
as of 19 May 2026Industrials
27.1%
Financials
19.4%
Technology
16.7%
Consumer Discretionary
12.8%
Health Care
5.9%
Consumer Staples
5.8%
Telecommunications
5.7%
Utilities
4.3%
Other
2.3%
ASML
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
WORLDLINE
ANTIN INTRASTRUCTURE PARTNER
KINGSPAN GROUP
INTERPUMP
SAP
SCHIBSTED
AMPLIFON
POLYPEPTIDE GROUP
France
19.60%
Germany
14.80%
Netherlands
12.10%
Other
11.70%
Italy
10.70%
Spain
6.90%
Norway
6.80%
Switzerland
6.10%
Fund insights
Detailed information extracted from the fund factsheet.
Underlying fund: abrdn OEIC Europe ex UK Ethical Equity Fund
Managed by abrdn
The fund and its holdings may use derivatives for the purpose of efficient portfolio management, reduction of risk or to meet its respective investment objective if this is permitted and appropriate.
The assets in this fund may be used for the purpose of securities lending in order to earn an additional level of return and offset the cost of the fund. While securities lending increases the level of risk in the fund it may provide an opportunity to increase the investment return.
ESG & sustainability
abrdn, the Investment Manager of the fund, integrates sustainability risks and opportunities into its research, analysis and investment decision-making process. abrdn believes that the consideration of sustainability risks and opportunities of a company can have a material impact on a company’s competitive position and future success and as such on long-term investment returns for investors. abrdn’s ESG integration requires, in addition to its inclusion in the investment decision making process, appropriate monitoring of sustainability considerations in risk management, portfolio monitoring, engagement and stewardship activities. abrdn also engages with policymakers on ESG and stewardship matters. Combining the integration of sustainability risks and opportunities with broader monitoring and engagement activities may affect the value of investments and therefore returns.
The fund will invest in European (excluding UK) equities that are considered to have preferred Environmental, Social and Governance ("ESG") characteristics in a global context based on analysis of a variety of data inputs. This analysis covers areas such as human rights, labour rights, environmental safeguards and combating bribery and corruption.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Standard Life European Ethical Equity.
The Standard Life European Ethical Equity Fund invests mainly in European equities, excluding the UK. It seeks companies with preferred environmental, social and governance characteristics, assessed using a range of data inputs. The fund may also hold other funds, cash and assets that can be turned into cash quickly.
The Standard Life European Ethical Equity Fund uses the abrdn Europe ex UK Ethical Equity Investment Approach to select investments. That approach considers issues such as human rights, labour rights, environmental safeguards, and combating bribery and corruption. It is an actively managed fund, so the managers make the stock selection rather than tracking an index.
The Standard Life European Ethical Equity Fund applies exclusions linked to animal testing, weaponry, pornography, gambling, tobacco and alcohol. These exclusions mean the fund will not invest in companies that fail those ethical screens. This makes the portfolio different from a standard European equity fund.
The Standard Life European Ethical Equity Fund carries equity risk, currency risk, counterparty risk, liquidity risk and securities lending risk. Equity risk means share prices can rise and fall, so the fund’s value can move sharply. Currency risk means changes in exchange rates can affect returns when investments are held in different currencies.
The Standard Life European Ethical Equity Fund may suit investors looking for long-term growth from European shares, with a strong ethical and ESG focus. The recommended investment horizon is 5 years or more. Because the fund is concentrated in a particular region, it may be more volatile than a broadly diversified global fund.
Standard Life European Ethical Equity
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